Keeping Your Wellness Top of Mind

The key to a healthy lifestyle is to focus on activities that you enjoy and that can also help you stay mentally and physically active. Here are a few suggestions to help you boost your wellbeing:

Invest in a new hobby. Studies have found that engaging in hobbies later in life can lead to greater happiness. The cost of starting a new hobby can vary, but you can choose which ones to pursue based on how much money you have available to spend on them.

Maintain a schedule. Human beings are creatures of habit. It might sound counterintuitive but we are better able to deal with change when we have a routine. Maintaining a daily routine can make you feel more in control of things and that can boost your mental health.

Take classes. Flex your creative muscles by pursuing painting or poetry or take a computer course to acquire some technical skills. Many universities offer short-term workshops or one-day classes. Online courses are more common – and affordable – than ever. They offer a great way to learn about your favorite subjects in the comfort of your own home or wherever you choose to learn (like the beach, for example!).

Volunteer, be a mentor, or go into public service. Contact your local church or other charitable organizations to find opportunities to make a difference in your community. Or change someone’s life by being a mentor. Many young people would love the chance to learn from your experience and successes. You could also serve your local area by participating in the political process or assuming a leadership position in your neighborhood. Become a local representative, school board member, or serve on your homeowner’s association. All will give you the chance to socialize while making decisions that can directly and positively impact the lives of others.

Keep up your fitness routine or start a new one. If you have a routine that already works for you, that consistency can help you stay motivated and add stability to your routine. If you are just getting on a fitness track, you have the luxury to discover exactly what types of activities you most enjoy. Before you start a new fitness routine, be sure to check with your doctor to make sure you are choosing the best and safest activities for your level of health.

Injecting a healthy dose of activity into your senior life can be both mentally and physically rewarding. You deserve to continue living life to the fullest!